Beetroot and Coffee Brownies

Welcome to a brownie recipe that might just change your mind about baking with vegetables! These Beetroot and Coffee Brownies are a delightful surprise, blending the rich, fudgy goodness of a classic brownie with the unexpected magic of beetroot. Don't be skeptical—the beetroot adds incredible moisture and a subtle, earthy sweetness that perfectly complements the deep notes of dark chocolate and aromatic coffee. It's a sophisticated twist on a beloved dessert, resulting in a treat that's not only delicious but also packs a hidden nutritional punch. Get ready to discover your new favorite brownie!

Cooking: 30 minutes
Quantity: 6 Servings
Per serving
Calories: 460 kcal
Proteins: 5 g
Fats: 24 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g

Beetroot and Coffee Brownie Ingredients

  • 100 g cooked beetroot
  • 2 chicken eggs
  • 200 g powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee
  • 120 g dark chocolate
  • 100 g butter
  • 25 g all-purpose flour
  • 25 g cocoa powder
  • pinch of salt

Ingredients for Decoration

  • 50 g white chocolate
  • green konditerskaya vermishel (sprinkles)

How to Make Beetroot and Coffee Brownies

Freshly grated beetroot in a white bowl, ready to be added to the brownie mix.

Peel the beetroot and grate it on a coarse grater.

Two eggs cracked into a glass mixing bowl.

Crack two chicken eggs into a bowl.

Pouring powdered sugar into the mixing bowl with eggs and beetroot.

Add powdered sugar or fine white granulated sugar to the bowl.


Peel the beetroot and grate it on a coarse grater. You can prepare the batter ingredients in a blender, food processor, or by mixing them manually.

Crack two chicken eggs into a bowl. Add a pinch of fine salt.

Mix the eggs with the beetroot. Add the powdered sugar or fine white granulated sugar to the bowl. If you are using granulated sugar, let the mixture sit for a few minutes at this stage to allow the sugar crystals to dissolve.

Adding a spoonful of instant coffee granules to the brownie batter.

Next, add the instant coffee.

A bowl of melted dark chocolate and butter, smooth and glossy.

Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a water bath or in the microwave.

Sifting flour and cocoa powder into the wet brownie batter.

Stir in the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder.


Next, add the instant coffee. The more aromatic the coffee, the more pronounced the flavor of the finished bake will be.

Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a water bath or in the microwave. Add the melted ingredients to the batter.

Stir in the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder.

Using an immersion blender to create a smooth, homogenous beetroot brownie batter.

Next, I recommend blending everything until you have a smooth, liquid batter.

Pouring the dark red brownie batter into a prepared muffin tin.

Pour the batter into the cups, filling them to about 1-2 centimeters from the top.

Drizzling melted white chocolate over the tops of the cooled beetroot brownies.

Decorate the brownies with the melted chocolate.


Next, I recommend blending everything until you have a smooth, liquid batter. This type of batter makes the best brownies.

Grease the cups of a muffin tin with soft butter and dust with flour, tapping out any excess. Pour the batter into the cups, filling them to about 1-2 centimeters (about half an inch) from the top. By the way, for an even more delicious treat, you can place a small piece of chocolate into each cup filled with batter at this stage!

Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Place the tin on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. The brownies are ready when the tops are set with a light crust, but the inside remains moist and slightly underbaked. Let the brownies cool completely in the tin before transferring them to paper liners. Melt the white chocolate in a water bath or in the microwave. Decorate the brownies with the melted chocolate. If you baked the brownie in a single pan, let it cool to room temperature, then cut it into squares with a serrated knife and decorate as described.

Adding green sprinkles onto the wet white chocolate glaze of the beetroot brownies.

While the white chocolate glaze is still wet, sprinkle the brownies with green sprinkles.

While the white chocolate glaze is still wet, sprinkle the brownies with green konditerskaya vermishel (sprinkles) and they are ready to be served immediately.

And there you have it—perfectly moist and flavorful Beetroot and Coffee Brownies! We hope you enjoy this unique and delicious twist on a classic. These brownies are wonderful on their own, but for an extra touch of indulgence, try serving them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of cream cheese frosting. Don't hesitate to share this surprising treat with friends and family; it's a great conversation starter! Happy baking, and enjoy every single bite.